The resolution calling for the withdrawal of US troops from the war with Iran was passed by the US House of Representatives on 3/6 with 215 votes in favor and 208 against. Four Republican members voted in favor alongside Democratic members.

"This is a strong and clear message to President Donald Trump on behalf of the American people: it is time to end the illegal and unpopular war he launched against Iran," a statement from Democratic members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee posted on X.

This resolution will now move to the Senate for a vote. However, even if it passes the Senate, which is also controlled by Republicans, President Trump will certainly use his veto power to nullify the measure.

A US fighter jet takes off from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea on 10/3 for Operation Horrifying Rage. *Photo: USAF*

This marks the first time the Republican-controlled House has passed a measure aimed at forcing Trump to scale back his campaign against Iran since the war began in late February.

Democrats view this as a potential turning point in "Congress's effort to reclaim its constitutional authority" over decisions of war and peace. In late May, a similar resolution also cleared a key procedural hurdle in the Senate and is expected to be put to a vote this week, despite Republican leaders attempting to block it.

Democrats accuse Trump of violating the Constitution by launching attacks on Iran alongside Israel without congressional authorization.

According to the War Powers Act, the President has only 60 days to seek congressional approval after deploying troops to participate in hostilities. This deadline passed several weeks ago, leading Democrats to argue that Trump is violating the law.

The White House disputes that interpretation, arguing that the deadline was met with the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran in early April.

Republican lawmakers supporting Trump criticize the House resolution, stating it would weaken the US position at a time when Iran is losing ground. However, Republicans are also increasingly concerned about the political repercussions of the war as the midterm elections in November draw near.

Thanh Tam (According to AFP)